Creamy cauliflower pasta without cream, a simple and delicious first course, perfect for bringing cauliflower to the table in an everyday guise.
Creamy cauliflower pasta without cream is one of those recipes that arise from the need to cook in an essential way, without giving up the texture and comfort of a good first course. A smart preparation, designed to enhance an often underestimated ingredient, transforming it into a velvety cream that naturally envelops the pasta, without the need for cream or butter.
The cauliflower, simply boiled, becomes the base of a light and delicate cream, harmonized by milk and grated parmesan. The result is a balanced and pleasant dressing, in which the flavor of the cauliflower remains recognizable but never overpowering. A pinch of nutmeg and a grind of black pepper complete the dish without overshadowing the simplicity of the ingredients.
This creamy cauliflower pasta is ideal for everyday cooking: it is prepared with few ingredients, is vegetarian, and easily adapts to the pasta format available in the pantry. I chose mezze penne rigate that hold the cream well and make the dish even more enjoyable, but the recipe remains versatile and works with other formats as well.
It is a practical solution to bring cauliflower to the table in a different way, also perfect as a ‘smart’ recipe for those who struggle to appreciate it. A first course designed for those who love simple and everyday cooking, where creaminess comes from the ingredients themselves and not from shortcuts.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I have answered some questions regarding this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the appropriate contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 219.92 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 35.71 (g) of which sugars 5.22 (g)
- Proteins 11.58 (g)
- Fat 4.34 (g) of which saturated 2.39 (g)of which unsaturated 1.53 (g)
- Fibers 5.56 (g)
- Sodium 387.59 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 220 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for the Creamy Cauliflower Pasta
- 11.29 oz pasta
- 1 cauliflower
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Tools
- Pot
- Slotted Spoon
- Bowl
- Immersion Blender
Creamy Cauliflower Pasta Recipe
Start preparing the creamy cauliflower pasta by cleaning the cauliflower and dividing it into florets.
Bring a couple of liters of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and put in the cauliflower florets.
Cook for 15-20 minutes.
Drain the cauliflower with a slotted spoon and put the pasta in the same pot.
Meanwhile, prepare the cauliflower cream by adding the boiled florets, milk, nutmeg, grated parmesan, and salt.
Blend until you get a smooth and velvety cream. If it is too thick, add a ladle of pasta cooking water.
Drain the pasta al dente and add it to the cauliflower cream.
Mix well, adding pasta cooking water as needed.Put the creamy cauliflower pasta on plates and finish with a pinch of black pepper if desired.
Serve immediately.
Creamy Cauliflower Pasta Without Cream
Creamy cauliflower pasta without cream is a simple first course designed for everyday cooking. An essential recipe, where few ingredients work together to achieve a soft texture and balanced taste, without overwhelming. A practical way to bring cauliflower to the table, enhancing it naturally.
Also try Cauliflower and Leek Soup: Healthy and Creamy Dish
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use frozen cauliflower?
Yes, frozen cauliflower is a valid alternative. It should be cooked directly in boiling water following the times indicated on the package, then used like fresh cauliflower to obtain the cream.
Is it possible to make this cauliflower pasta lactose-free?
Yes, it is possible to replace the milk with an unsweetened plant-based beverage; parmesan is naturally lactose-free.
Is this cauliflower pasta suitable for children?
Yes, thanks to its delicate flavor and creamy texture, it is a good solution to offer cauliflower in a different way, even to those who tend to discard it.
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